FAQs

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CAN I BRING A GUEST?

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We wish we could invite everyone, but due to venue capacity, we had to make some tough decisions about our guest list. The names listed under your RSVP are those we’re able to accommodate. We’ve also chosen to keep the number of children limited to those of close friends and family. We truly appreciate your understanding and hope you can enjoy a fun night out! Thank you for making arrangements in advance, and if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Kara or Gage.

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HOW DO I RSVP?

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To RSVP, simply click on the RSVP tab above and type in your name. All of the guests in your party will be listed, and you can select "Attending" or "Declined" for each guest to confirm their attendance.

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WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I CANNOT MAKE IT?

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We'll miss you! If you cannot make it, please indicate that on your RSVP so we can plan accordingly. If you've already RSVP'd as "Attending" and later realize you won't be able to make it, please let Gage or Kara know as soon as possible.

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WHAT IF I DON'T RSVP IN TIME?

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If you miss the RSVP deadline (April 12th, 2025), we'll mark you as "Declined". We'll definitely miss having you there, but we have to give an exact guest count to our vendors. We hope you understand!

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WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?

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We'd love for our friends and family to dress up with us! Our dress code is semi-formal/cocktail attire with a Garden Party feel- think spring florals, cheerful colors, and flowy fabrics. The ceremony will take place on grass with a paved aisle, so keep that in mind when choosing shoes. We kindly ask that guests avoid wearing white, cream, or ivory. Most importantly, wear something you feel great in- and don't forget your dancing shoes!

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WHERE ARE THE CEREMONY AND RECEPTION TAKING PLACE?

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Our ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception will be held at Emerald Pines Barn, located on 5 acres of gorgeous land, just 1/2 mile west of Sioux Falls, SD. The venue is surrounded by tall evergreen trees and seasonal blooms, providing a beautiful backdrop for our special day! The ceremony will take place outdoors (weather permitting). Afterward, the cocktail hour and reception will be indoors, but if you want to step outside to enjoy some fresh air, there will be cozy firepits, yard games, and beautiful grounds to enjoy throughout the evening.

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DO YOU HAVE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR OUT-OF-TOWN GUESTS?

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Yes! We've arranged for a block of rooms at Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Sioux Falls. Check out the details in the Travel section of our website.

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WHAT TIME SHOULD I ARRIVE AT THE CEREMONY?

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The ceremony will begin at 3:30 PM, so we recommend arriving 15-30 minutes early to grab a seat and enjoy the beautiful scenery!

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WHERE CAN I PARK UPON ARRIVAL?

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You can park right in the lot! Feel free to leave your car overnight, and the venue will open the gates at 8am on Sunday, May 11th so you can retrieve it. Please pick up your vehicle by noon.

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WILL TRANSPORTATION BE PROVIDED?

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While we aren't providing transportation to the venue, a shuttle will be available to take guests back to the Hilton Garden Inn Downtown Sioux Falls: - First shuttle: 9:00 PM - Final shuttle: 11:45 PM Uber and Lyft are also available for guests.

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CAN I TAKE PICTURES DURING THE CEREMONY?

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We're having an "unplugged ceremony," which means we're asking guests to leave their phones and cameras aside for the big moment. The best gift you can give us is being fully present as we say, "I do"! Don't worry though, we've got amazing professionals capturing every moment for us, and we can't wait to share the photos with you as soon as we get them! After the ceremony, feel free to take as many photos or videos as you'd like.

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WILL THERE BE ALCOHOL?

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Yes, we will have a full bar with bartending staff, as well as plenty of non-alcoholic beverages for everyone to enjoy! Due to the venue's extremely strict policy, ABSOLUTELY NO OUTSIDE ALCOHOL is allowed to be brought into the venue OR parking lot. If this rule is broken, we'll have no choice but to shut things down immediately and pay a hefty fine. And trust us, if this happens, Kendall and John will have some words with you! ;)